Ira Hudson (VA, 1876-1949), Black Duck

Chincoteague, Virginia, circa 1930s carved and painted wood, mandible carvings and bill carving, tack eyes.

Length 18 in.

From the Personal Collection of Mr. Boyce Hudson Raleigh, NC.

A very well composed carving, the head is nicely fitted to a prominent neck shelf, and the body with fluted tail exhibits scratch feathering.

Original paint moderate gunning wear, some minor wood damage on bottom right.